Finite Element Analysis of Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes Enabled Single Lap Joint


Year : 2025 | Volume : 13 | Issue : 02 | Page : 207-215
    By

    Vikram H.Londhe,

  • Madan Jagtap,

  1. Ph.D. Scholar, Symbiosis Centre for Research and innovation, Symbiosis International (DU), Pune, Maharashtra, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Operations Management, Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management, Nashik Campus, Constituent of Symbiosis International (DU), Pune, Maharshtra, India

Abstract

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This study uses finite element analysis (FEA) to examine the strength of adhesively bonded single lap joints with and without Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNT) added to the adhesive. Shear strength analysis is performed by applying a tensile load that generates shear stress at the overlap between the two substrates bonded with adhesive. Aluminum (Al-Al) substrates were used, and single-lap joints were prepared following ASTM standards. Specimens with identical overlap and substrate thickness were created, both with and without MWCNT added to the adhesive. Araldite AW 106 and Hardener HV 953 were employed according to the manufacturers specifications and processing instructions. The joint is tested under static tensile loading, and the analysis is conducted using the ANSYS-15.0 software. The results help determine failure loads under various conditions. Additionally, the study examines how changes in load and adhesive thickness affect stress distribution and the joint’s overall strength under static tensile loading. FEA results clearly indicate that epoxy resin filled with MWCNT exhibits greater bonding strength compared to unfilled epoxy resin in adhesively bonded substrates. This enhancement is attributed to the improved mechanical properties imparted by the MWCNT reinforcement, highlighting its potential for advanced adhesive applications.

Keywords: FEA, lap joint, carbon nanotubes, strength analysis, adhesive properties.

[This article belongs to Journal of Polymer and Composites ]

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Vikram H.Londhe, Madan Jagtap. Finite Element Analysis of Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes Enabled Single Lap Joint. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(02):207-215.
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Volume 13
Issue 02
Received 07/12/2024
Accepted 12/02/2025
Published 26/03/2025
Publication Time 109 Days
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